Stormy Start: Assam Assembly Autumn Session Sparks Opposition Walkout
The Assam Assembly's autumn session saw a dramatic start as the opposition staged a walkout after three adjournment motions were rejected. Key issues raised included exorbitant charges through smart meters, property rights, and law and order concerns. Speaker Biswajit Daimary dismissed the motions, leading to protests and eventual walkout by opposition members.
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On Thursday, the autumn session of the Assam Assembly commenced amid chaos as the opposition walked out following the rejection of their three adjournment motions.
Speaker Biswajit Daimary's dismissal of these motions prompted Congress, AIUDF, CPI(M), and Raijor Dal members to storm the Well of the House with placards, demanding attention to various issues.
Chief concerns included the high charges of smart meters, property rights, and a deteriorating law and order situation. The Speaker deemed these issues suitable for discussion through other means, sparking opposition protests and a temporary walkout.
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